repaired · 2024 Q2
Back up lights: switch
Risk. Inoperative backup lights and an inoperative rearview camera can reduce vehicle visibility and driver awareness, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Subaru WRXProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 52 owner complaints about the 2015 Subaru WRX, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-522 the manufacturer reports only 48% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 5, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Subaru WRX has problems
52 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Engine
18Power train
6Electrical system
5Fuel/propulsion system
5Exterior lighting
4Structure
3Air bags
2Visibility/wiper
2Steering
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 0 |
| Power train | 18 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Air bags | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2015 Subaru WRX recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short may damage the subwoofer amplifier, and may result in the subwoofer overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Gasoline: turbo/supercharger
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Subaru.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other WRX year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the WRX median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Subaru WRX safety ratings
2015 Subaru WRX 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What WRX owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My engine starting making like a clunking sound I always have took my car for service at the dealership i own the 2015 subaru wrx premium i haven’t move the car after the noise due to scare I might mess something with the engine
The contact owns a 2015 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed failures with the drive belt, front drive axles,…
Engine has rod knock present common amongst owners. Short block replaced under warranty at 55k miles. How can a stock engine with synthetic oil changes commonly fail? Flaws.
Own a 2015 WRX?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.